obituaries

Mar 23, 2026

SALEM – Some men are measured by the titles they hold, but Richard “Dick” Scott Jackson was measured by the ripples he left in the water, the divots he replaced on the fairway, and the steady, quiet love he gave to his hometown. Dick played his final round and cast his last line on Monday, March 23, 2026, passing away...

Mar 21, 2026

Dane Allen Martin SR 66, of New Waterford, died at 11:55 PM on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Hospice House in Poland, Ohio.

He was born July 31, 1959 the son of Lawrence Martin of Columbus, Ohio, and the late Ruth Marcella (Saulters) Martin-Tarif.

Arrangements are currently pending.

Mar 20, 2026

Seymour Wyatt Jr. was a man whose life was defined by a quiet, steady strength and a heart that belonged entirely to his family. Born in the rolling hills of Philippi, West Virginia, to the late Seymour and Ruby Wyatt Sr., he carried the resilient, hardworking spirit of his Appalachian roots with him throughout his entire journey. On Friday, March...

Mar 12, 2026

Mar 12, 2026

In Loving Memory of David Charles Franklin

David Charles Franklin, 56, passed away at 4:40 AM on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Mercy Health-St. Joseph Warren Hospital.

Born on August 31, 1969, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, David was the son of James and Susan (Lane) Franklin. He brought a unique light into the world from the very beginning, and his presence will be deeply...

Mar 11, 2026

Stanley Koziel Jr. 46, of Warren, died on March 12, 2026, in his home.

He was born June 12, 1979, in Warren, Ohio, the son of Stanley and Veda (Dunlap) Koziel Sr.

No services planned at this time.

Mar 11, 2026

Sonny Tan Ibanez, age 70, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 10:18 AM at Salem Regional Medical Center.

Born on August 11, 1955, in Tondo, Manila, Philippines, Sonny was the beloved son of the late Roy Ibanez and Elizabeth (Tan) Ibanez.

Mar 9, 2026

In Loving Memory of John Michael Sudia

October 1, 1957 – March 9, 2026

John Michael Sudia, a man of deep conviction, boundless curiosity, and a lifelong heart for service, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 10:47 AM. He was 68 years old.

Born on October 1, 1957, to the late John Joseph and Mary (Pasterchak) Sudia,...

Mar 8, 2026

Frank Mozina, a man whose life was defined by a full heart and a spirited soul, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 8, 2026, in Salem. Born in Slovenia on August 6, 1929, Frank came to America as an infant, the son of the late Frank and Agnes (Pintar) Mozina. He was the last of his immediate family, preceded in...

Feb 28, 2026

Feb 27, 2026

"A life well-lived is like a favorite quilt, Stitched with the stories and the love she built. With a needle and thread and a heart of gold, She created a warmth that will never grow cold.

She found hidden treasures in the simplest of ways, In the hunt for a bargain on bright, sunny days. With her pups at her feet...

Feb 25, 2026

Marsha Sue Cozzo, a woman of grace, intelligence, and quiet devotion, passed away peacefully at her home in Salem at 6:41 am on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on March 8, 1947, in Salem, she was the beloved daughter of the late Ralph Lee and Arlene Leora (Stahl) Roessler. Marsha’s journey was one defined by...

Feb 22, 2026

Judith May (DeSantis) Gallitz, 76, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, at Parkside Health Care Center in Columbiana, Ohio. Born in Cleveland on April 29, 1949, to Ralph and Helen (Baur) DeSantis, Judith was a woman of quiet strength and a generous spirit.

Judith’s career reflected both her sharp mind and her soft heart. She spent many years as an...

Feb 20, 2026

Francis Eugene Schultheisz, a man whose heart was as vast as the great outdoors he loved so dearly, passed away peacefully at his home in Salem at 2:00 am on Friday, February 20, 2026. Born on May 7, 1941, in Lewisville, Ohio, Francis was the cherished son of the late Floyd and Opal (Morris) Schultheis. Throughout is 84 years, he...

Feb 20, 2026

In Loving Memory of Shannon Lea Diana

Shannon Lea (Williams) Diana, a vibrant spark who lived life with a creative heart and a rock-and-roll soul, passed away peacefully at the age of 52. Surrounded by the quiet comfort of The Hospice House in Poland, she entered into eternal rest at 12:05 AM on Friday, February 20, 2026. Born on August 3,...

Feb 15, 2026

Carl Nemeth 68, of New Castle, Pennsylvania, passed away at 7:41 PM Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Mercy Health - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.

There are no services planned for Mr. Nemeth at this time.

Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Greenisen family of the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services of Salem.

Feb 14, 2026

Harold Spencer, a man of steady hands and a kind heart, passed away on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2026, at East Liverpool City Hospital at the age of 85.

Born on December 11, 1940, in Toronto, Ohio, to the late Gerald and Elizabeth (Martin) Spencer, Harold grew into a man who valued the simple, honest rewards of a day’s work and...

Feb 8, 2026

Jason Robert PerryFebruary 13, 1980 – February 8, 2026Jason Robert Perry, 45, of Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away on February 8, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center. His passing leaves a profound void in the lives of his family and all who knew him.Born on February 13, 1980, in Erie, Pennsylvania, Jason was a lifelong member of the Erie community. He...

Feb 6, 2026

William Roger Hilles (1951–2026)

William "Bill" Roger Hilles, 74, of Salem, passed away on February 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy as steady and reliable as the rock and roll music he loved.

Born in Salem on August 16, 1951, to the late Burton Leroy and Charlotte Ella (Langties) Hilles,

Bill grew up...

Feb 3, 2026

SALEM -- George "Bill" William Richards Jr., 62, passed away peacefully at his home and went to be with the Lord on February 3, 2026.  A man known for his jovial spirit, sharp wit, and unmistakable laugh, Bill left an indelible mark on his community and the hearts of everyone who knew him.

Born in Cleveland on...